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WOOD PROCESSOR

Owner’s Manual

Read this manual.

Serious injury or death can result if safety instructions are not followed.

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INSIDE Safety Instructions…………………………3-5

Identification…………………………….....6

Operations………………………………….7

Inspection & Maintenance………………...8-9

Troubleshooting………………………….9-10

Specifications…………….…….…….……11

Exploded View………………………….12-13 Parts List………………………………..14-15

NOTE: Any modification to processor will void any and all warranty.

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INSPECT √ Closely inspect all components and ensure all exterior bolts are

tightened.

√ Contact the freight company that delivered the unit to report delivery

damage.

INSPECT √ Choose a level surface to operate the firewood processor.

√ Block the firewood processor wheels to prevent unintended

movement.

√ Position muffler at least 7 feet from combustible objects.

ADD FLUIDS √ Engine is shipped without oil.

√ Before starting engine, fill with SAE 10/30 motor oil.

√ See engine manual for engine oil capacity.

√ Hydraulic reservoir is shipped without oil.

√ When adding oil, use the dipstick to gauge amount.

√ Approximately 5 gallons of AW Type Hydraulic Oil only.

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OPERATION √ You must be 16 or older to operate this machine.

√ Never tow or operate this processor while under the influence of

alcohol, drugs or medication.

√ Wear safety glasses and hearing protection, tight-fitting safety gloves

and steel-toe boots.

√ Keep untrained people out of work zone.

√ Only operate the firewood processor in daylight.

√ Never leave the log processor unattended, while the engine is running.

√ Never wear loose clothing when operating the firewood processor.

√ Serious accidents can happen when other people are allowed inside

the work zone.

√ Keep everyone else out of the work zone while operating the

firewood processor.

TOWING √ Be aware of the added length

of the firewood processor.

√ Never ride or transport cargo

on the firewood processor. Wood processor collapsed storage.

√ Drive the vehicle with the wood NOTE: For towing, wheel wood be raised

Processor securely attached and leg would be reinserted from top

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High-pressure hydraulic fluid can inject under skin

resulting in serious injury, including amputation.

Ensure all fittings are tight before apply pressure.

Relieve system pressure before servicing.

Do not check for leaks with hand.

Seek immediate medical help if skin if punctured.

RISK OF FIRE & EXPLOSION √ Hot exhaust fumes from engine can cause fire.

√ Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.

√ You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.

√ Before adding fuel, stop the engine and keep heat,sprks,

and flame away. Do not add fuel when engine is running or still hot.

√ Do not smoke near the engine while fueling.

√ Do not pump fuel directly into engine at gas station. Static charge can

build and ignite fuel.

√ Use a safety approved fuel container to transfer gas to the engine.

√ Wipe up fuel spills immediately.

√ Only store and handle fuel outdoors. Gasoline vapors can ignite if

they collect inside and enclosure. Explosion may result.

√ Do not change or add to exhaust system. Fire may result.

√ Do not touch the muffler as you may get burned.

√ Poisonous fumes from engine can kill you. Do not operate indoors.

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IDENTIFICATION

Key components of your Wood Processor

1. Safety Screen: Stops hydraulic operations when screen is raised.

2. Log Deck: The log deck is angled to help keep the log against the

deck wall without operator assistance.

3. Coupler: Attaches the firewood processor to your vehicle.

4. Front Wheel: Used for moving on even, stable ground.

5. Saw Bar Handle: Use the saw bar handle to draw the chain saw down,

run the chain, and to move the splitter block forward.

6. Tires: See Specifications for size, max. speed by model.

7. Engine: Air-cooled, powers hydraulic pump.

8. Gear Pump: Moves hydraulic oil through system.

9. Leg: Helps support the firewood processor while operating. Should be

pulled out of the sleeve and reinserted from top down while towing.

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OPERATION 1. Preset the cut-off length using the measuring bar. Loosen the 2 wing

nuts and slide the bar to the correct position. Re-tighten the wing nuts.

2. Load a log onto the log cradle and slide into processor until the end of

the log touches the measuring bar.

3. Open the ball valve to start the flow of bar oil.

4. Pull the Saw Bar Handle down to engage the chain.

5. Gently pull the Saw Bar Handle downwards with the chain running

and cut through the wood.

6. The cut piece will drop into the splitter area, raise Saw Bar Handle

and ram will engage.

Note: If the log drops in a wrong direction, use Ram Stop to stop the

cylinder operation and fix log.

7. Once the log has been pushed through the splitter,

The ram will automatically retract.

8. Repeat Steps above to split more logs.

Stub Piece When a stub piece needs to be

cut, make sure to cut the short

piece off, so that the longer

piece is on log deck. This

keeps hands away from

moving chain.

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INSPECTION Check the following components EACH TIME the Processor is used. What How

HOSES Inspect for exposed wire mesh and leaks.

Replace all worn or damaged hoses before

starting engine.

HYDRAULIC FITTINGS Inspect for cracks and leaks. Replace all

damaged fittings before starting engine.

NUTS&BOLTS Visually Check for loose bolts.

MOVING PARTS Clear debris.

RAM VALLEY Clean Sawdust from slider area after every

use to prevent possible jamming Grease Ram

slider & saw chain engagement roller/pad

every use.

CHAIN Check saw chain for sharpness and correct

tension.

BAR OIL Ensure Bar Oil tank is full.

CONVEYOR If Conveyor Belt is not centered on pulleys,

use adjusting bolts to correct position of belt.

MAINTENANCE Before maintenance, the Processor must be placed in maintenance mode:

√ Turn off engine.

√ Move the saw bar handle down and up multiple times to relieve hydraulic pressure

After performing maintenance, make sure all guards, shields, and safety features are put back in

place. Failure to follow this warning can result in serious injury. Refer to the engine owner’s

manual for engine maintenance.

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Every 10Hours of Operation √ Nuts & Bolts: Tighten all bolts, including motor mounts & large nut

on hydraulic ram.

√ Grease: Grease 3 conveyor bearings as well as wheel hubs and log

rollers.

√ Engine Oil: Check level and cleanliness use 10/30 oil.

√ Hydraulic Oil: Check level and cleanliness use AW Series Hydraulic

Oil only.

√ Air Filter: Check & clean engine air filter if necessary.

Failure to do regular maintenance will void warranty. Only use AW Series

Hydraulic Oil. Use of any other oil will Void All Warranties.

TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause

Cylinder rod will not move A, D, E, H, J

Slow cylinder rod speed when extending or retracting

A, B, C, H, I, K, L

Wood will not split or splits extremely slowly

A, B, C, F, I, K

Engine bogs down during splitting G, L

Engine stalls under low load condition D, E, L, M, O

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Cause Description Solution Description

A- Insufficient oil to pump Check oil level in reservoir

B- Air in oil Check oil level in reservoir

C- Excessive pump inlet vacuum Check pump inlet hose for blockage or

kinks

D- Blocked hydraulic lines Flush and clean the processor hydraulic

system

E- Blocked control valve Flush and clean the processor hydraulic

system

F- Low control valve setting Adjust control valve with a pressure gauge

G- High control valve setting Adjust control valve with a pressure gauge

H- Damaged control valve Return control valve for authorized repair

I- Internal control valve leak Return control valve for authorized repair

J- Internal cylinder leak Return cylinder for authorized repair

K- Internally damaged cylinder Return cylinder for authorized repair

L- Engine control out of adjustment Adjust idle control nuts

M- Engine is loaded during idle down

mode

Use shorter log length(24” or less) to allow

engine to speed up before contact

N- Coupler between engine and hydraulic

pump disconnected

Ensure the rubber coupler is in place and

tighten hex screw

O- Dirty air filter Clean or replace filter

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MODEL SPECIFICATIONS Model: SSA400G

Engine: 13HP Lifan gasoline engine

Maximum Splitting Force: 10Ton

Bar: 18in.

Chain: 72section

Hydraulic Oil Capacity: 27L

Max. Log Length: 55cm

Max. Log Diameter: 40cm

Conveyor belt width: 15cm

Conveyor length: 3.2m

Pump for Saw Motor: 308

Hydraulic Cylinder Stroke: 55cm

Cycle Time: 9second

Max. Towing Speed: 45MPH

Note: The manufacturer reserves the right to make improvements in

design and/or changes in specification at any time without incurring any

obligation to install them on units previously sold. Any modification to

Processor will void all warranty. Failure to do regular maintenance or

used approved oil type will void warranty.

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EXPLODED VIEW

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No. Model Qty. No. Model Qty.

1 European head cover 1 33 Coupling B 1

2 Tow bar 1 34 Pump bracket 1

3 M12x80 Bolt 2 35 M8x35 Socket head cap screw 8

4 Hydraulic cylinder 1 36 3/4 Hose joint 1

5 M12 Lock nut 20 37 Compound gasket Φ27 1

6 Φ12Pad plate 30 38 ZG1/2 Connector 1

7 M12X45 Round head hex socket screw 2 39 Filter 1

8 Push plate 1 40 G3/4-G1/2 Connector 3

9 M10 Lock nut 13 41 M6X25 Hex socket head cap screw 2

10 Φ10 Pad plate 16 42 Φ6 Spring washer 6

11 M10x70 Bolt 4 43 Φ6 Pad plate 63

12 Manual guide wheel 1 44 Return oil filter 1

13 Roller shaft 2 45 T-joint 2

14 Roller 260 2 46 M6 Lock nut 52

15 Support leg pin 1 47 M6X60 Bolt 2

16 Φ4 Spring pin 3 48 CHG Valve 1

17 Support leg pin 1 49 Compound gasket Φ20 3

18 M12 Nut 11 50 CHE Valve 1

19 M12X30 Bolt 4 51 Hydraulic hose fitting B 7

20 2-G1/2 Connector 3 52 Axle nut 2

21 Oil pump 1 53 12" Rubber wheel 2

22 M8x25 Bolt 5 54 Φ3x35 Cotter pin 7

23 Φ8 Spring washer 20 55 M8 Lock nut 8

24 Φ8 Pad plate 26 56 M8X70 Bolt 4

25 M8X10 Set screw 4 57 Fender 2

26 M6X10 Set screw 1 58 Axle 1

27 M10X55 Bolt 4 59 M6X16 Bolt 4

28 Rubber shock pad 4 60 Oil cap 1

29 Gasoline engine 1 61 O-Ring Φ65x3.55 1

30 Engine spacer sleeve 1 62 Wedge 1

31 Coupling A 1 63 Caliper plate 1

32 Coupling washer 1 64 Caliper holder 1

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No. Model Qty. No. Model Qty.

65 M6X35 Bolt 7 103 Main frame 1

66 Conveyor fixed pin 2 104 Wedge spacing board 1

67 Φ3 Spring pin 4 105 M12X35 Bolt 6

68 Bolt 2 106 Block 1

69 M12X110 Bolt 2 107 UCFLU205 2

70 Chainsaw handle 1 108 Torsional spring inner sleeve 1

71 M10X50 Bolt 1 109 Roller carriage supporting tube 1

72 M10x30Bolt 2 110 Oil filler cap 1

73 M12X35 Round head hex socket screw 2 111 Roller carriage 1

74 Hopper A 1 112 Compound Φ16 6

75 Hopper support leg 1 113 Log presser 1

76 Hopper support leg shaft 2 114 Chainsaw cover 1

77 Hopper B 1 115 Frame guard 1

78 Conveyor (length:6800mm) 1 116 M6X16 Big round head bolt 39

79 Adjusting lever 2 117 Hopper joint pin 2

80 Adjusting bracket 1 118 UCFLU204 3

81 Roller A 1 119 Φ25 Ring-shield 2

82 Conveyor connecting plate 13 120 Roller B 1

83 Chainsaw pump 1 121 Roller B back shaft 1

84 Pump joint 2 122 Key 8x30 1

85 M8X50 Hex socket head cap screw 6 123 Adapter sleeve 4

86 M10 Nut 3 124 Gerotor motor 1

87 M10X40 Bolt 6 125 M12X45 Bolt 2

88 Φ12 Spring washer 1 126 High-pressure oil hose 10

89 M12X50 Bolt 4 127 Low-pressure oil hose 3

90 Motor bracket 1 128 M6x16 Cross recessed countersunk head screw 2

91 Chain wheel 1 129 M6X16 Round head hex socket screw 3

92 Chain wheel washer 1 130 Oil filler cap A 2

93 Bracket 1 131 Grease box 1

94 M8X50 Bolt 2 132 1/4 Pipe clip (elbow) 2

95 Adjusting rivet 1 133 Φ8 Plastic pipe 1

96 M6X60 Hex socket head cap screw 2 134 Ball valve 1

97 Chainsaw plate 1 135 3/8 Pipe joint 1

98 Chainsaw blade 1 136 M8X60 Bolt 4

99 Wedge lifting handle 1 137 CHG2 Valve 1

100 Wedge lifting shaft 1 138 G1/2-3/8 Pipe joint 6

101 Wedge lifting spring 1 139 4003 Tong 1

102 Lifting lever 1